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The federal parties have laid out policies to help Canada's energy sectors weather the impacts of the trade war with the U.S. Andy Hira, Simon Fraser University political science professor and the lead researcher at the university's Clean Energy Institute, will discuss how energy issues are shaping our national conversations and what it could mean for voters in the upcoming election.

The environment and climate change have dropped down the list of election priorities compared to housing and the economy. However, it remains a top issue for a number of young voters. Kyle Empringham, the co-founder of The Starfish, a collective of staff and volunteers dedicated to amplifying voices of youth in the environmental movement, joins us as we ask viewers what environmental issues matter the most to them.

Immigration lawyers say they are seeing an increase in interest from Americans, many from the 2SLGBTQ+ community, wanting to move to Canada following U.S. President Donald Trump's executive orders around DEI and gender identity. Connie Campbell, an immigration lawyer with Edelmann, joins the show to explain what options Americans have if they want to relocate north.

We ask viewers what election issues matter to their generation. We chat with guests Cole Reinbold, the secretary-treasurer with the B.C. Federation of Students, and Jessica Moorhouse, a financial counselor and author, about issues that affect younger generations the most and Carole Fawcett, a retired writer, joins the show to speak about what seniors would like to see from whichever party forms the next government.

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. Indigenous communities remember him for offering an apology for the horrors of residential schools in Canada. Pixie Wells, president of Fraser Valley Metis Association, was among the delegation in Rome who heard the Pope's apology. They join the show to discuss how the Catholic church can carry on the Pope's legacy.

Canada's major federal parties have unveiled their costed campaign platforms just as the election campaign enters the final stretch. SFU political scientist Sanjay Jeram joins the show to help us comb through the details as we ask viewers for their thoughts on the plans.

The B.C. government is seeking to eliminate the need for a second road test to obtain a full driver's licence. Instead, new drivers would get "on-road experience" and be subject to a 12-month restriction rather than be required to take another test to get their Class 5 license. Driving instructor Sean McDonald joins the show to discuss what it means for road safety and driving skills.

Professional organizer Linda Chu with Out of Chaos professional organizing solutions shares tips on spring cleaning and decluttering.

The federal party leaders are in Montreal preparing to square off in the French-language debate, with the English debate taking place Thursday. Pollster Mario Canseco of Research Co. previews what can be expected from the French debate and the election race so far. Green Party co-leader Elizabeth May joins the show to discuss the party being dropped from the leaders' debates. The Greens insist on a reversal of the decision.

A new Canadian professional women's soccer league is kicking off its first match this evening in Vancouver, with Vancouver Rise FC playing host to the Calgary Wild at BC Place. Former national team player and co-founder of the Northern Super League Diana Matheson joins the show as we ask viewers about women's soccer's place in the B.C. sports landscape.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is vowing to use the notwithstanding clause in the Charter to allow consecutive life sentences for people convicted of multiple murders, while opponents say his promise undermines Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms. University of the Fraser Valley associate dean Wade Deisman joins the show to discuss the federal parties' platforms on crime and public safety.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom launched a campaign to bring Canadians back to California after declining tourism numbers. McKenzie McMillan, a travel consultant with the Travel Group, joins the show as we ask viewers about whether or not they are convinced by Newsom's plea.

It's been nine years since B.C. declared a public health emergency over toxic drug deaths. More than 15,000 people have died since then. Bob Hughes, executive director at Ask Wellness Society and Dr. Nel Wieman, chief medical officer of the First Nations Health Authority, join the show to reflect on the crisis.

Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy pulled off a nail-biting victory in the Masters tournament that concluded Sunday in Augusta, Georgia. CBC associate producer Zameer Karim and golf coach Dave Zibrick recap the tournament as we ask viewers what they thought of the finale.

The trade war with the U.S. and the economy have taken centre stage in this federal election campaign, but a number of young voters say the major parties are neglecting environmental issues. Spencer Coyne, the mayor of Princeton, and David Miller, the former mayor of Toronto, are two municipal politicians calling on federal leaders to take climate action more seriously. They both join the show as we ask viewers if the environment makes a difference in their vote

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer your gardening questions.

Netflix's drama miniseries 'Adolescence' is spurring discussions about how online stereotypes and the "manosphere" are shaping young men. Psychiatrist Diane McIntosh and Next Gen Men executive director Jake Sitka join the show to talk about ways to educate and empower boys about gender and masculinity.

The U.S. excluded China in its 90-day pause on global tariffs as it increased its tariff rate on Chinese goods to 145 per cent. Journalist and author of 'China Unbound: A New World Disorder' joins the show to discuss its ripple effects on Canada.

he Surrey school board is stopping all field trips to the U.S. amid President Donald Trump's pressure on immigration officials to clamp down at the border. Surrey Schools superintendent Mark Pearmain joins the show to elaborate on the decision. The Canadian government is warning travellers to expect more scrutiny from U.S. border agents. Immigration lawyer Cindy Switzer will explain the risks and what you need to know if you're crossing the border.

B.C. Minister of Forests Ravi Parmar joins the show to discuss the government's plan to help the province's lumber sector through the U.S. trade war. Kim Haakstad, president and CEO of the B.C. Council of Forest Industries, discusses the future of forestry.